The insert is designed cards with a finished size of 104 mm x 152 mm (approximately 4 inches x 6 inches). This is the size that my Stitching Cards patterns are designed to fit. There are two inserts on a single A4 sheet.

Instructions for the Microsoft Word template:

1. Download and save the template to a folder on your computer.

2. Navigate to the folder and double click on the file. It will open in Microsoft Word.

3. The message reads “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from the xxx family”. You can replace “xxx” with your family name or customise the wording to your own choice by highlighting the text and typing over it.

4. The text is in Times Roman because it is found on most computers. You can change the font size and style by highlighting/selecting the text and choosing another font.

5. Print the template on standard A4 printer paper. Even if you are going to use decorative paper it is best to do a test on standard paper first.

6. Trim 10 mm (3/8 inch) off the right-hand edge.

7. There are two inserts on the template so cut the sheet in half.

8. Fold the insert in half with the greeting inside and test it in your card. Make sure that the design is central on the right-hand side of the insert. If necessary you can trim the insert to fit.

9. When you are ready to mount your insert in your card put a thin strip of self-adhesive double-sided tape along the inside right-hand side of the fold in your greetings card. Or run a line of stick adhesive alongside the right-hand side of the fold.

Instructions for the PDF template:

The message reads “Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year”. There are versions with and without a box surround. You can not customise the words on the PDF version.

Download and save the template to a folder on your computer and follow steps 5 to 9 above.

To save the template to your computer choose “Save…” from the file download box that appears. Make a note of where the template is being saved to so that you can find it.

For the inserts that are in PDF format you will need Adobe Reader to view and print it. Adobe Reader software can be downloaded free of charge from the Adobe website.

Feedback wanted

Please give me some feedback on these insert templates by using the comment facility. Which template did you use; Microsoft Word or PDF? How did you get on with it? Would you be interested in some more templates with a different size or wording?

Yes, thankyou from me, as i will be able to use this and adapt for the school card n craft club, i help with, it’s a nice finishing touch for the children to use, some aren’t happy with their writing, so Thanks,

Thank you so much for your inserts. I downloaded the Word format and found it very easy to change the font and insert my own greeting. Yes please, could we have some more sizes, squares and A5 would be fantastic as would a fold down variation of the 6″x4″ size.

I am looking for stitching cards that I am allowed to use in teaching this type of classes. I have taught other type cards classes taking notice that as long as they are not sold I won’t have any problem with the copyright. When I started teaching Iris Folding I was allowed to teach this and give out the patterns to the class because it was a way for others to learn how to do Iris Folding. I even purchased patterns for the Iris Folding and the owner gave me the okay as long as I didn’t sell her patterns. I have downloaded some free patterns for stitching cards but now I’m wondering if I’m allowed to use these in my classes. If you can help me I’d appreciate hearing from you. Thank You, Norma

I can now start deciding which free card templates I will teach for the four times we will meet. Also to collect my supplies.

The info about the copyright notice will be on each students template.

I live in a CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) in the USA. The women I teach are all over 75 and enjoy attending classes of various kinds from time to time. This breaks up their daily routine. With my Iris Folding classes, I now have about 4 women making cards on thier own.

I wouldn’t be surprised if I don’t pick up some more women who have through the years enjoyed embroidery but have given that up for the time being. Everyone can use a note card to send a greeting to someone.

Thank you for providing this insert. Do you have an insert for card sizes 6″ x 4.5″ landscape. I am 70 years old and am rather new to the computer and all its wonderful capabilities. It is very kind of you to share your knowledge.